CLEVELAND, June 05, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- SPX Brands (SolarX Eyewear LLC) an industry-leading manufacturer, wholesaler and distributor of high-quality uniquely designed products announced today that it has completed the acquisition of Sweet Bird & Co, LLC (Sweet Bird & Co.).
Sweet Bird & Co. creates its extensive and unique line of home décor, wall art, kitchenware and stationery products by using reclaimed, repurposed and raw materials sourced from around the globe. Whether reinventing textiles from India or saving lumber that would otherwise go in landfill in the Orient, Sweet Bird & Co. is focused on making a difference in the global economy.
Mike Mahoney, SPX Partner, says, "Through the acquisition we'll be adding thousands of year-round top-selling products. As a result, we'll be able to provide a more robust line of products for our client base and Sweet Bird's customers. Through our extensive brand offering we will become a one-stop buying resource—saving retailers time and money. Additionally, we will be making it much easier for buyers because we will have an even greater capacity to design customized products and programs around their specific needs."
Hans Wilz and Dave Tubbin, co-founders, are thrilled at the opportunity to expand the brand. Wilz says, "We can now spread our wings and soar. SPX will strengthen our foundation so we can build on it—we'll be adding exciting new designs and we'll have the ability to work more closely with customers to meet their growing needs.
Tubbin added, "SPX Brands is an amazing company that offers a family atmosphere with a team of people that are incredibly loyal and passionate."
The Sweet Bird & Co. team will remain in place and the company will continue operations out of Cleveland, OH. Wilz will focus on custom-designed import programs for the world's leading retailers.
This acquisition marks the fourth acquisition for SPX Brands in four years.
About SPX Brands
SPX Brands is an industry-leading manufacturer, wholesaler and distributor of high-quality products. SPX Brands diverse portfolio includes PolarX Ornaments and Gifts, SolarX Eyewear, Uniquely Coastal, Woodland Xpressions. Founded in 2000, the company designs, manufacturers and distributes thousands of products to a wide variety of retailers around the globe including national chains, gift retailers, boutiques and specialty retailers.
About Sweet Bird & Co.
Sweet Bird & Co. is focused on reclaiming, repurposing and reinventing great home décor products. The company sources and rescues raw material from around the world. Sweet Bird & Co. is passionate about making a difference globally and locally. Gift Beat, an industry trade publication, ranked Sweet Bird & Co. as one of the top home décor companies in the industry. Learn more about the company at SweetBirdAndCo.com.
SOURCE SPX Brands
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